elaborate

verb
UK: /ɪˈlæb.ə.reɪt/
US: /iˈlæb.ə.reɪt/

  1. To explain or describe something in detail.

    1. Can you elaborate on that point a little more for us please?
    2. The teacher asked the student to elaborate their answer with specific examples to earn extra credit.

  2. To develop in detail; to add more complexity and richness.

    1. The architect will elaborate on the initial design to create a blueprint.
    2. She plans to elaborate her simple sketch into a detailed painting for the exhibition.

Synonyms

detail clarify amplify expand complex intricate ornate detailed
elaborate adjective

  1. Detailed and complicated in design and planning.

    1. They created an elaborate plan to surprise her.
    2. The museum displayed an elaborate necklace from the ancient civilization.

  2. Richly decorated or ornamented.

    1. The bride wore an elaborate gown with lace and pearls.
    2. The palace was known for its elaborate carvings and ornate furniture.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "elaborate" in English means: To explain or describe something in detail., To develop in detail; to add more complexity and richness..

The phonetic transcription of "elaborate" is /ɪˈlæb.ə.reɪt/ in British English and /iˈlæb.ə.reɪt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "elaborate": detail, clarify, amplify, expand, complex, intricate, ornate, detailed.

Example usage of "elaborate": "Can you elaborate on that point a little more for us please?". More examples on the page.